Jury Deliberates in High-Profile NYC Subway Chokehold Trial

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Jury Deliberates in High-Profile NYC Subway Chokehold Trial
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A jury in New York is deliberating the case of Daniel Penny, a former Marine accused of second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide for fatally choking Jordan Neely, a homeless man, on a subway train. The trial has sparked debate over public safety and the treatment of homeless individuals with mental health issues. Penny's defense argues he acted to protect passengers, while prosecutors claim he used excessive force. The incident has become a political flashpoint, with differing views on Penny's actions.

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